21. Superstition Link

Athletes often wear the same gear after a win. This is known as conditioning —the brain associates the item with the positive feeling of victory.

💡 Superstition isn't about being "irrational." It’s a human way of finding magic in the mundane and a little extra courage when we need it most. 21. Superstition

Ancient cultures believed spirits lived in trees; knocking was a way to ask for protection or thank them for good fortune. Athletes often wear the same gear after a win

Many of our "lucky" habits have surprisingly practical origins: 21. Superstition